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Meaning of 'safeguard' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Safeguard [ n.]
- One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection.
- A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property.
- A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct.
2 . Safeguard [ v. t.]
- To guard; to protect.

Meaning of 'safeguard' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . safeguard [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
Example in sentence:
  • an insurance policy is a good safeguard;
  • he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution;
  • we let our guard down

Nearby Words:

safe safe-conduct safe-keeping safe-pledge safely safeness safety safflow safflower saffron

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